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Blood donations and sample collections

KEPAKY organizes an annual Blood Donation Drive and collaborates with the Karaiskakio Foundation and AEL FC on bone marrow donor sample collections, raising awareness about the importance of saving lives through donation.

Overview

KEPAKY actively promotes blood and bone marrow donation as essential acts of solidarity. In collaboration with the Blood Bank of Limassol General Hospital, the annual Blood Donation Drive takes place at the Foundation’s headquarters, bringing together volunteers and supporters.

KEPAKY has also carried out three bone marrow sample collection drives in collaboration with the Karaiskakio Foundation and AEL Football Club.

Program Features

  • Annual Blood Donation Drive
  • Collaboration with Limassol General Hospital Blood Bank
  • Three sample collection drives with Karaiskakio Foundation and AEL FC
  • Five consecutive years of voluntary blood donation initiatives

Purpose and Impact

These actions contribute to saving lives, supporting patients in need, and expanding bone marrow donor registries.

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